NEW Gray Hair and Wrinkles
Worried about gray hair and wrinkles? Look into great-grandmother Jeannia's mirror for a 1950s glimpse of white hair as a "crown of glory". Listen to a melody in her native language, sung by Josee Vachon from http://joseevachon.com/ (used by permission). Video shown at the RE:IMAGE Film Festival 2012.
Concerned about Children and Families Who Don't Go to Church?
Religion teachers are the first to realize that churches face a serious challenge when it comes to handing on the faith to new generations. This video introduces an important response to this lack of attendance and an invitation to retool as religion teachers who are willing to share their faith. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Su4a-SxjYEs
Christmas Carol Festival
Christmas Carols have the power to transport us through time and bring us back to the manger in Bethlehem. Invite your neighbors and family together and sing your way back to Bethlehem, outdoors or indoors, old and young, singers and listeners, come gather. This video suggests a way to use carols in December to bring more people back to your church or organization. Visit www.christmascarolfestival.com for more information latest videos at CHRISTMAS CAROL FESTIVAL 2010
Hello Mary (Hail Mary) added on the Feast of St. Therese
Here is a spiritual invitation to get ready for the birth of Mary's son, Jesus. This video walks us through a dozen Christmas crèche scenes, and highlights Mary figurines made of porcelain, South American corn husks, papier mache, quilling, Kenyan wood, and the usual resin. The song was written by John Boucher. Photographs and video by Therese Boucher, with a few Mary statues photographed by Susan Fenner. http://www.mycatholicvoice.com/media/T4pI9T and at youtube
NEW You Know Me Lord
John's teacher once challenged him to write a song based on Psalm 139. Now this song about God's loving presence has been set in motion with a drawing by Therese. And we can say together, "You know us. And you care for us most intimately through your word become flesh in Jesus.
NEW How to Sing and Pray the Sign of the Cross (for children)
Abdul just heard about a tiny but important prayer called the Sign of the Cross. Join him as he learns what this gesture is all about. Then sing the Sign of the Cross in a way that kids can enjoy. For more about Abdul and friends visit www.christkey.com.
Come Holy Spirit
Here is a video opportunity to renew your connection to God's Spirit. While you watch, ask yourself if you are expecting a light drizzle or a downpour of God's love. Then let God decide which is best.
This song started as a few lines of music that Therese experienced while praying in the woods. Then John developed the melody about a year later. The words are adapted from a poem written by St. John of the Cross, in the 1500s. It is our most popular viddeo with over 122,000 views at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B7FHcVCGO-A
Looking for Jesus at Church (for children) NEW MISSAL FRIENDLY
Jesus can be found in many places, but my favorite place to search is at church. This video helps children search for Jesus before and during a Catholic Mass. It is written for children who don't usually go to church, but are old enough to notice what is happening. The massbook that goes with this video is at www.catholicevangelizer.comhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sS23qlg3NHg
Take a Spiritual U-Turn
Sharing the Bread of Life
Did you know that the number of unchurched people in the United States has hit an all time high? Here are some steps that you can take to share your faith and to share Jesus who is the Bread of Life.
A Shepherd Asks, "Am I in the Bible?" (for children)
Abdul is very interested in Bible stories about shepherds but every tale he hears is either about a friend who owns sheep, or about distant relatives, like his mother's people in Bethlehem. He wonders if there really could be a Bible story about him. This video involves a human and and a puppet in search of a way to connect with the people and events in the Bible. The script is available at www.christkey.com (also on tangle.com) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gSI2_sfgB_U
Gronk Meets Jesus (for children)
Jesus who? Ever wonder what Jesus has to do with our technological world? Step back and get a glimpse of Jesus from a totally fresh point of view. Take a second look and re-imagine who he is for the kid inside all of us. Then find out more about your names for Jesus at www.christkey.com/ChristWORD.html http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X6nkz7-fJu0
The Easter Secret: a Mini-play (for children)
Take a look at Easter with a caterpillar puppet named Lester, who sets off in search of the Easter secret. With the help of a little girl and a long nap in his cocoon Lester finds the answer. For information about a longer version of this play, visit www.christkey.com.
Have a Cemetery Adventure
Explore dozens of gravestones with Therese, as she points out some of the things you can learn in a cemetery, like family information and inspiring artwork. Learn about searching for family monuments, neighbors from bygone centuries and a research tool called www.findagrave.com. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WszE7m9OS3A&feature=channel_page
